Nathan Michael Lyon, the Australian off-spin bowler, was born on November 20, 1987, in Young, New South Wales. Lyon moved to Canberra as a teenager and played for Cricket ACT at the under-17 and under-18 levels. He later joined Western Districts and the University of Canberra Cricket Club, participating in ACT Grade cricket. In 2008, Lyon debuted for the ACT Comets in the Cricket Australia Cup against the South Australian Second XI.
While competing for the Comets in the Futures League, Lyon began playing for Prospect Cricket Club in South Australia after relocating to Adelaide in 2010. In 2011, he made his Test debut for Australia against Sri Lanka. Following his debut, Lyon appeared in T20 Internationals until October 2018 and One-Day Internationals until July 2019. As of December 2024, he represents Australia exclusively in Test cricket. Lyon has taken more than 500 Test wickets at an average of 30.45.
Where does Nathan Lyon live?
According to realestate.com.au, Nathan Lyon and his wife, Emma McCarthy, reside in a luxurious townhouse in Tennyson Point, Sydney, New South Wales. The couple purchased the property for $3.8 million, exceeding the suburb’s median house price of $3.1 million. Built by Davina Constructions' boss, David Buono, the townhouse features five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and three car spaces at a 400sqm block.
Nathan Lyon's other properties
Before moving to Tennyson Point, Nathan Lyon lived in Sutherland Shire, South Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He lived there with his ex-wife, Melissa Waring, and their daughters, Harper and Milla. During that time, he owned two waterfront properties, one at Oyster Bay and another at Port Hacking. In early 2020, Lyon sold the Port Hacking property for $3,615,000, resulting in a loss of nearly $200,000, according to realestate.com.au.
FAQs on Nathan Lyon's House
A. Nathan Lyon is called "Garry" because wicketkeeper Matthew Wade repeatedly yelled "Nice, Garry!" during the 2016 Test series, referencing AFL player Garry Lyon.
A. Emma McCarthy is Lyon's wife.
A. Nathan Lyon was discovered by South Australia's Big Bash coach Darren Berry. His bowling talent was noticed while working with the Adelaide Oval ground staff.
A. Nathan Lyon is 37 years old, as of December 2024.